Methyl Hydrogen Silicone Fluid Production

Product

Silicone. Silicone is a class of polymers, in which silicon atoms are linked via oxygen atoms, each silicon atom bearing one or several organic groups (usually methyl or phenyl in industrial production). Silicon compounds are quite abundant in nature, but silicones are not found naturally. They were first synthetized in 1930, with industrial production beginning nine years later and growing rapidly in the years that followed, a result of the high demand for silicones in World War II. Currently, they have a wide variety of commercial forms and applications, ranging from automotive to pharmaceutical industries.

Raw Materials

Methyldichlorosilane. Methyldichlorosilane is used in synthesizing organosilicon compounds and silicones, serving as an intermediate for producing various silanes and silicone fluids. Produced similarly to dimethyldichlorosilane, it is stored as a reactive liquid. Its single methyl group allows for the formation of cross-linked silicone networks with unique properties.

Trimethylchlorosilane. Trimethylchlorosilane is employed as a silylating agent in organic synthesis to protect hydroxyl groups. It is also used in producing silicone oils and resins. Derived from the reaction of methyl chloride with silicon, it is stored as a volatile liquid. Its utility in modifying surfaces and molecules is essential in chemical manufacturing.